CHP: 239 DUI arrests during holiday weekend

The California Highway Patrol announced the results of its statewide maximum enforcement period over the extended Fourth of July weekend.

During the crackdown, which began at 6 p.m. Wednesday and ended at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, officers within the Golden Gate Division arrested 239 motorists suspected of driving under the influence, authorities reported.

There was also one fatal collision in which alcohol and/or drugs were believed to be a factor.

Of the 21 vehicle occupants killed in crashes across the state, 14 were not wearing seat belts, officials said.